Guidelines for filling up portable containers with fuel

Published 28 February, 2024Updated 28 February, 2024
  • Only authorised plastic or metal containers can be used.
  • The maximum capacity for a plastic container is 10 litres.
  • The maximum capacity for a metal container is 20 litres.
  • Petrol containers should be marked or labelled with the words: “PETROL” and “HIGHLY FLAMMABLE”, a hazard warning sign and the capacity in litres. They should also have the manufacturer’s name and the date and month of manufacture.
  • Customers can fill a maximum of 2 containers of petrol.
  • The maximum amount that can be legally stored by a private individual, without formally notifying the Petroleum Enforcement Authority is 30 litres.

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